$10K State Tax Deduction Cap in California

Now that there is a cap on mortgage tax deductions in CA, I have been looking into purchasing rental property in other states; but the long term ROI that California property seems to have is not as lucrative in other neighboring states. Any suggestions on types of properties that tend to do better for rentals (i.e., duplex vs. apartment complex)? Thanks!
by jfinke591from Napa,
California. Nov 29th 2018 Reply

Well, depends on your overall objective. Though typically a larger complex will generally yield a higher return than a duplex. As you may know your return is really based on your purchase price which will dictate your return. Are rents already at market? Is there room to increase? Does property have deferred maintenance? If so, when corrected can rents be increased? So many variables. Hope this helped. Feel free to contact me. 562.254.5616.

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